Congress has not raised the minimum wage since 1997. The minimum wage is now at its lowest level in 50 years adjusted for inflation. — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
It is time this Congress listened to the American people and minimum-wage workers, and it is time that we act. — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
In 2003, this House voted to kill a Democratic amendment to add $250 million for port security grants; then again, in 2005, against a… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
The Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act is an important authorization for our country and for our citizens, as we have seen so vividly… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
It is irresponsible for this Congress to not investigate the President's lack of an exit strategy, and the fraud, waste, and abuse of U.S.… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
The U.S. Coast Guard is a shining example of how well a Federal agency can perform with its flexibility, speed, and expertise. — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
As winter weather settles in around the country, millions of American families are facing skyrocketing home heating prices with even greater impact if cold… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
Congress has not raised the minimum wage since 1997. The minimum wage is now at its lowest level in 50 years adjusted for inflation. — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
The American people have every right to be outraged with the administration's approval of the UAE port deal. It is time the people's House… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
We know that in 2001 it was believed 78 stem cell lines existed. But now we know there are only 22 that are viable,… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
Americans are also feeling the effects of soaring energy prices at the gas pump. The double burden of these added expenses will be far… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
From protecting our natural resources to providing maritime security and national defense, the Coast Guard's duties are broad in scope, and the performance of… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
Five years of Republicans' failed energy policies have resulted in Americans paying twice as much at the pump as they did in 2001, while… — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
Does anyone really believe it is possible to make even the most basic ends meet on $5.15 an hour? — Russ Carnahan Copy Share Image
